TNC FILM INTERVIEW | 2025: Joseph Osayande writer/director of @thekeepershort , currently crowdfunding, spoke with TNC about this project, working with lead producer @marieyosman and the need to bring authentic stories to the big screen.
How important is crowdfunding for a short film like The Keeper, and what are some of the perks that youāve been able to offer?
Yeah. Crowdfunding has been essential for The Keeper. As an independent short film, we donāt have the backing of a studio or traditional investors, so Kickstarter became our way of not only raising the budget but also building a community around the story. For a culturally specific film like this, a British West African coming-of-age story, crowdfunding lets us keep full creative control while bringing in supporters who genuinely care about seeing these narratives on screen. It is also a huge morale boost because every pledge tells us that people believe in the film.
And in return, we have had a lot of fun putting together perks for our backers. We have offered things like early digital access to the finished film, behind-the-scenes content, and exclusive updates so supporters can follow the journey from script to screen. We have also included thank-you credits, invitations to screenings, and limited-edition materials for those who want something more personal. The goal is to make people feel like they are not just donating. They are genuinely part of the filmmaking process.
In that sense, crowdfunding is not just important for us. It has been transformative. It has helped us fund the project, of course, but it has also helped us build a community around the film before it even exists, and that is something traditional funding cannot always do.
Full interview is live on our site.
Hi, so Iām making a film. And I need your help to make it happen. I am currently crowdfunding the remaining 15% of our budget. And we are halfway there! Link in Bio!
If you want to invest in black/African storytellling check out the link in my bio to be part of this journey mo mater how much or little you contribute or share I would deeply appreciate it.
Appreciate everyone sharing with their networks friends and WhatsApp Aunties
Producers: @marieyosman & @mishamaseka
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THE KEEPER: A BRITISH-WEST AFRICAN COMING OF AGE STORY
Our Kickstarter Campaign is now live! Head to the link in bio to watch the full campaign video and find out more about the āThe Keeperā.
Help us bring this story to life!
Link bio
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Iām ecstatic to announce that my short film The Keeper is a finalist for the @ukfilmwork@findmyfilmmaker Fund! š¬āØ
On 15th November, Iāll have the opportunity to pitch The Keeper to a live voting audience for the chance to win Ā£2.5k in funding.
The event is open to all to attend and a great way to meet other filmmakers.
Please see the link in my bio for tickets, and DM me for a discount code! Itāll be a great way to meet fellow filmmakers.
To be a part of The Keeper journey, follow ššæ @thekeepershort
Much appreciation to @ukfilmwork & @findmyfilmmaker for this opportunity ā canāt wait to share the story with you all on the 15th!
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Thanks to everyone that came down Yesterday to Standing Firm in Power & Pride: The Black Experience in Britain
An Exhibition by The Royal Institute of International Affairs, @chathamhouse_org ā for Black History Month 2025
TheĀ exhibitionĀ showcased the work of twelve Black artists from across Britain, spanning a wide spectrum of mediums and presented as prints of the original artworks. Together, their voices form a compelling narrative of resilience, creativity, and self-determination.
Co-Curated alongside @sherecerainford , Founder of @gallery_oca , the exhibition explores the resilience, achievements, and struggles that shape Black British identity. Through a diverse range of artistic expressions, it examines the intersections of race, culture, migration, and belonging.Ā Encouraging reflection on identity, heritage, and empowerment.
#blackhistorymonth #bhm
SYNERGY - Movement Direction Editorial
CREDITS
Creative and Movement Direction: Monique Aday @moemoyo
Dancers: Yanki Yau & Moses Ward @yanki.yau@moses.m.o.ward
Photography and Editing: Joseph Osayande @_josephjay
This was a special one for me. Iāve been so excited to release this work, and Iām so happy to showcase my creative process and vision.
I created this concept with the thought of interconnected movement in mind. I wanted to create a fluid exchange of counterbalance and how this can work in harmony. Through this development, I decided the concept of weightlessness could make this visually striking as the most beautiful movements, are the ones we have less control over. Heaven and Earth. Ying and Yang.
Not only am I proud of the end result, but I got to work with my long time friends and an amazing photographer to match. Thank you @yanki.yau and @moses.m.o.ward , you trusted my vision and made a stunning piece of work. Thank you @_josephjay for allowing your skills to enhance and develop this piece, your knowledge and expertise has taught me a lot. And lastly, thank you to my friends for always supporting me during this journey.
I took a portrait of the president of new Zealand! Last year I got the chance to take the portrait of the president of New Zealand jacindaardern . She is one of my inspirations and was an honor to meet her, still feels surreal.
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LORD ABU | Shot on Medium Format film - the way film renders colours is ridiculous donāt know why I still shoot digital.
(Shot with Mamiya645 x 80mm, Kodak Portra)
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#filmphotography #filmisnotdead #filmwave #maniya #portra400 #kodakfilm #mediumformatfilm #Shootfilmmag #filmgrain #madewithkodak #filmforever
